Atty. Robert E. Nelson

Atty. Robert E. Nelson

Robert E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing business planning, estate planning, taxation and 1 other area of law.

Williamsburg Williamsburg 49 Years Experience 49 year
Call (948) 202-4209

Profile Summary

About Robert E. Nelson at a glance

Robert E. Nelson is a estate planning, business, tax, and environmental attorney based in Williamsburg, Virginia. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Kansas (1977), Texas (1978), and Colorado (1989). Educated at Southern Methodist University (LL.M. Washburn, 1981) and Emporia State University (B.A. University, 1970). Serves clients in Williamsburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert E. Nelson is a lawyer practicing business planning, estate planning, taxation and 1 other area of law
  • Robert E. received a B.A. degree from Emporia State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Robert E. practices in Williamsburg, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert E. Nelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Nelson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Robert E. Nelson is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Robert E. Nelson is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Robert E. Nelson is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Virginia →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Robert E. Nelson is one of 50,776 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Williamsburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert E. Nelson

Where is Robert E. Nelson's law office located?
Robert E. Nelson's law practice is located in Williamsburg, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert E. Nelson handle?
Robert E. Nelson focuses on estate planning, business, tax, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Robert E. Nelson practiced law?
Robert E. Nelson has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Robert E. Nelson go to law school?
Robert E. Nelson earned their education at (LL.M. Washburn, 1981); (B.A. University, 1970).
How can I contact Robert E. Nelson for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Washburn
Southern Methodist University
- 1981
B.A. University
Emporia State University
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Kansas
Admitted: 1977
Texas
Admitted: 1978
Colorado
Admitted: 1989

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